Craig Damff

Rising above the head of Glen Prosen, this rounded, heathery Tump offers a quiet alternative to the busier Munros of the southern Cairngorms. The terrain is typical of the Angus Glens—broad, with peat-hags in places, but rewarding for those seeking solitude and a clear line of sight toward nearby Driesh and Mayar.

• •The name is an Anglicised version of the Gaelic Creag an Daimh, translating to 'Crag of the Stag,' a nod to the red deer that have long frequented these high Angus moorlands.
• •From the summit, you get a particularly clear perspective of the massive glacial scoops of Corrie Fee and Corrie Sharroch to the north, set against the rugged backdrop of the Mounth plateaus.
• •The hill forms part of the traditional watershed boundary between Glen Prosen and Glen Isla, historically marking a divide between different clan lands and modern council areas.
• •While it lacks the sheer rock faces of the higher Cairngorms, the ascent requires navigating significant sections of peat hag and heather, making a pair of sturdy gaiters more than just a fashion choice.